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October 8, 2023

NY Times columnist roasts Kendi’s ‘antiracist’ philosophy as ‘strident, simplistic’

A New York Times columnist slammed "antiracist" thinker Ibram Kendi for his "simplistic" philosophy and the institutions that pushed it in 2020.

September 26, 2023

I used to lead protests against the police -- now, I'm working with them to keep communities safe

The only way to deal with police tragedies in the United States is to strengthen the bonds between law enforcement and community members.

September 25, 2023

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. They are our national treasures

It’s time to resurrect statues of heroes torn down by the mob. Bringing back these national treasures sends a powerful message to those who tear down our culture.

September 19, 2023

Minneapolis police staffing level plummets to historic 4-decade low 3 years after George Floyd's death: report

Minneapolis police staffing dipped to a four-decade low last month, as the department struggles with recruitment and retention three years after George Floyd's death.

September 13, 2023

Minneapolis faces millions in annual costs for compliance with court-ordered policing reforms

In response to court orders mandating an end to racially biased and unconstitutional policing practices in Minneapolis, substantial measures are being undertaken.

September 5, 2023

Over 60 'militant anarchists' face RICO indictment over Atlanta 'Cop City' demonstrations, attacks on police

A RICO indictment in Fulton County, Georgia, targets over 60 "eco-activists" allegedly conspiring against the construction of an Atlanta police training facility.

September 3, 2023

NYC cop cleared of excessive force charges from George Floyd protest, 2 other officers found guilty: report

NYPD Inspector Jesse Lance was cleared of internal excessive force charges in connection to a 2020 demonstration following George Floyd's death.

August 29, 2023

Denver will pay $4.7M to settle lawsuit regarding enforcement of curfew during George Floyd protests

Colorado's largest city must pay $4.7 million to settle a lawsuit that claims protestors were unjustly targeted for violating the city's curfew during the 2020 George Floyd protests.

August 23, 2023

Man pleads guilty to firebombing police cars during Floyd unrest in Little Rock

Mujera Benjamin Lung'aho, 33, of North Little Rock, Arkansas, pleaded guilty Wednesday to firebombing police vehicles during the George Floyd demonstrations of 2020.

August 22, 2023

NYC 'Wolverine' convicted of attempted murder after threatening BLM protesters with bladed glove

Frank Cavalluzzi, 57, of New York City, was convicted Monday on nine counts of attempted murder over a 2020 confrontation with Black Lives Matter demonstrators.